Natalia Petrenko
About Natalia Petrenko
Natalia Petrenko is a Research Scientist at Vizgen in Cambridge, Massachusetts, where she has worked since 2021. She holds a PhD in Molecular Biology from Princeton University and has extensive experience in genome-wide sequencing and data analysis.
Work at Vizgen
Natalia Petrenko has been employed as a Research Scientist at Vizgen since 2021. Located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, she has contributed to various research initiatives during her tenure. Her role involves applying her expertise in genome-wide sequencing and data analysis to advance the understanding of genetic manipulation and transcription processes. Petrenko's work at Vizgen builds on her extensive background in molecular biology and biochemistry.
Education and Expertise
Natalia Petrenko earned her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Molecular Biology from Princeton University, where she studied from 2005 to 2012. Prior to this, she completed her Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Brown University from 2001 to 2005. Her educational background has equipped her with a strong foundation in experimental design and data analysis, which she applies in her research projects.
Background
Before joining Vizgen, Natalia Petrenko worked as a Postdoctoral Researcher at Harvard Medical School from 2012 to 2021. During her time there, she conducted research in Professor Kevin Struhl's laboratory, focusing on transcriptional regulation and the role of Mediator in gene expression. Her experience in a prestigious institution has contributed to her development as a research scientist.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Natalia Petrenko has co-authored multiple research papers published in high-impact journals, including Elife and Molecular Cell. Her contributions have significantly advanced the understanding of RNA polymerase II preinitiation complex formation and the role of Mediator in transcription. Additionally, she has mentored students and postdoctoral researchers, enhancing their skills in experimental research and scientific communication.